Men's Unit Counselor - Day Shift, Growth & Impact

Acadia Healthcare; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug plan

Dental and vision coverage

401(K) plan

Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare’s Keystone Treatment Center in Canton, SD is seeking a Counselor for the Men’s Unit, serving Sioux Falls and Canton area patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. The role emphasizes nursing-like care within standards, empathetic service, and safety-driven practice.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with competitive hourly pay and shift differential for nights/weekends.

Qualifications

• ACT certification required; CAC/LAC preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant experience may supplement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions as scheduled.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions; assist with modifying behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.

Skills

ACT certification

CAC or LAC preferred

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Acadia Healthcare’s Keystone Treatment Center in Canton, SD is seeking a Counselor for the Men’s Unit, serving Sioux Falls and Canton area patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. The role emphasizes nursing-like care within standards, empathetic service, and safety-driven practice.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with competitive hourly pay and shift differential for nights/weekends.